5 Types of People Who Can’t Stand Parents

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So, now that you’re a parent, you’ve probably compiled your own list of folks who really know how to get under your skin. Right at the top of that list are these characters who truly despise parents.

1. Designers of Children’s Toy Packaging: Honestly, I can’t tell if this is a real job title or if these creators just have a direct line to the underworld for their packaging ideas. You tear off a plastic cover, untie what feels like a hundred tiny ropes, and maybe even risk your life with a pair of scissors, only to discover you need a screwdriver to remove the final piece that seems totally unnecessary. Meanwhile, your kid is in full meltdown mode, and guess what? The toy doesn’t even come with batteries!
2. The Genius Behind Checkout Impulse Buys: Let me tell you, you’ve never witnessed a toddler suddenly develop an insatiable craving for lip balms and Kim K magazines until you’re standing at the checkout line. You look away for a second to grab your card and suddenly, there’s $47 worth of candy in your cart. Those gift cards right at kid height? They’re practically begging to be picked up. What they really need in those aisles are wine dispensers.
3. Fast Food Play Area Planners: You decide to give your family a treat with a quick meal while you’re out running errands. These places claim to cater to families with kid-friendly meals and high chairs, which sounds great, right? WRONG. They lure you in with promises of easy dining, then BAM! There’s a massive jungle gym in full view, driving your kids into a frenzy. Do you know how much of “If you eat your chicken nuggets, you can go play!” a 3-year-old hears? Exactly none.
4. The Creator of Helium Balloons: We all love a good balloon display for a birthday, especially kids. But what happens after the party? These balloons turn into floating choking hazards. Not only do you have to keep retrieving them from the ceiling to calm your child down, but you also worry about them bursting and causing chaos. If you dare to venture outside, prepare for the wailing as that precious balloon escapes to the heavens.
5. Kids’ Music CD Producers: “Oh, how thrilled I am to endure three hours of the same two songs on repeat during our road trip!” said no one ever. No matter how many tracks are on that CD, your child will insist on playing “Wheels on the Bus” and “Old MacDonald” the whole way. What’s that? The driver gets to choose the music? Not in the Minivan of Broken Dreams!

I’m sure there are plenty more out there, lurking and plotting new ways to test our patience as parents. If you want to dive deeper into parenting topics, check out this post about home insemination kits.

Summary:

In this lighthearted take, we explore five types of people who seem to have a special knack for making parenting even more challenging. From the frustrating toy packaging designers to the creators of irresistible impulse buy items, these characters really know how to test a parent’s limits. And while navigating these challenges, be sure to check out Make a Mom for valuable resources and Healthline for helpful tips on pregnancy and home insemination.